Chapter 3 Flashcards
1
Q
what is the first step to analyze an argument
A
identify all of its assertion
spilt up the sentence
2
Q
what is the second step to analyze an argument
A
finding/identifying the conclusion
3
Q
what are some examples of conclusion indicators
A
thus, therefore, hence, this entails that, consequently so
4
Q
what are some premise indicators
A
since
because
for
5
Q
what is the ‘therefore’ test
A
to insert an indicator word if there are none and see if it sounds right
6
Q
whats a dependent premise
A
when the reasons and premises work together
7
Q
what is an independent premise
A
when a premise would support the conclusion even if the other premise was false
8
Q
what is a sub-argument
A
an argument supporting a premise
